Online | Mar 20, 2018 at 4:00 UTC

Video Meetup

If you’re using UC, VoIP, or any other IP-based communications, Software-Defined WAN technology can be the magic spell you need to optimize network QoS, even when using other bandwidth-intensive applications. No wizarding school needed! (Although it never hurts.)
On this video meetup, we’ll be talking about SD-WAN and how it can increase QoS on any network for your users for voice, video, and more, while also increasing visibility and control across your network. We’ll be talking with an expert from Vonage.
What we’ll discuss:
- A look under the hood at how SD-WAN optimizes QoS
- What a hybrid WAN deployment looks like and who it’s for
- Weighing the cost benefits of SD-WAN
BONUS: One attendee of this live event will won a iRobot Roomba 690 Robot Vacuum

Online | Mar 20, 2018 at 6:00 UTC

Video Meetup

When it seems like devices inside your network are multiplying like gremlins, how do you stay on top of your wi-fi to ensure uptime, performance, and manageability?
Join us for a video meetup where we’ll discuss wi-fi best practices from the device experts themselves. We’ll be joined by representatives from Samsung as well as an IT pro from the Spiceworks Community.
What we’ll discuss:
- Planning your network from start to finish for optimal coverage
- The latest advancements in wi-fi analytics and security
- Unique use cases in retail, education, and healthcare
BONUS: One lucky attendee will win a Polk Audio TL1600 5.1 Compact Home Theater System with Powered Subwoofer

Online | Mar 21, 2018 at 3:00 UTC

On the Air

AI, Automation, Security, and the Future of Storage
Storage is one of the oldest technologies in IT, but don’t think that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks! In fact, storage continues to be the technology where some of the coolest innovations are taking place such as predictive analytics and AI.
On this episode of On the Air, we’ll discuss some of the latest and greatest advances in storage, and where it makes sense to start incorporating them into your data center today. We’ll be joined by an IT pro from the Spiceworks Community as well as an expert from HPE’s Nimble Storage platform.
What we’ll discuss:
Storage that compares your application usage to past history AND every other companies’ usage to make configuration recommendations
Can your storage automate recovery and even predict issues before they happen? (Or will it tell you “I’m sorry, I can’t do that Dave”?)
The technology that’s driving the dropping cost of flash
How security at the storage level could be a lifesaver
BONUS: One lucky attendee will win a HTC VIVE - Virtual Reality System

Online | Mar 21, 2018 at 5:00 UTC

Video Meetup

On this video meetup, we will be joined by Katie Brennan, KnowBe4’s expert Phishing Template Designer, as she shares best practices on how to phish your users. She’ll demonstrate examples of the latest “In the Wild” phishing attempts and how this proves anything can be weaponized. We'll also be joined by an IT pro from the Spiceworks Community.
What we're discussing:
- Phishing mistakes and how to avoid them
- Phishing template difficulty ratings and why they matter
- Why phishing your users is a cybersecurity best practice
- How to develop a response plan if phishing attempts were successful
BONUS: One attendee of the live event will win a $350 Amazon Gift Card

Online | Mar 21, 2018 at 6:00 UTC

Webinar

Lock IT Down with Lenovo
To succeed in the changing dynamics of the technology industry, it is critical that organizations break status quo and do things differently.
Learn more about how you can fully protect your organization’s IT infrastructure including hardware, asset management and software security.
Join Lenovo to learn more about industry changes and how Lenovo’s product portfolio and strategy are designed to stand out and deliver different and better solutions.
What we're discussing:
Why Lenovo
Win 10 Security
Lenovo PC Portfolio
BONUS: One lucky Attendee will win a Plantronics-CS540 Convertible Wireless Headset

Online | Mar 22, 2018 at 6:00 UTC

Video Meetup

Small and medium businesses often get lumped together in the same category (“SMB”) but when it comes to security, do you know how the challenges a 50-person company faces differs from a 500-person company?
Join us for a video meetup where we’ll talk about the differences in security needs and capabilities for small and mid-sized companies, and what security technologies are most effective for each. We’ll be joined by an expert from Fortinet as well as an IT pro from the Spiceworks Community.
What we’ll discuss:
- Do small businesses and mid-sized businesses face the same breach threats and attack vectors?
- How do you gauge the complexity of your network and security needs beyond just the number of employees?
- Are solutions like sandboxing and security automation really feasible for small businesses and mid-sized businesses?
BONUS: One attendee of this live event will a Canon Powershot SX730 Digital Camera Bundle

Online | Mar 23, 2018 at 4:00 UTC

Webinar

Making the Move to DevSecOps from DevOps
Organizations focused on the repeatable accelerated deployment and implementation of systems and applications as part of a DevOps initiative, now find themselves faced with the need to also ensure the security of those environments. With cyber-attacks continuing to grow at a rapid rate, it’s critical for organizations to build in security as part of operations and leverage automation.
Join industry expert, Nick Cavalancia, Benjamin Andrew from AWS Marketplace, and Torsten Kablitz from Change Healthcare as they discuss:
How to define DevSecOps – the what, why, and how, of adding security to DevOps
Treating Security as Code – ensuring certain security concerns aren’t left behind
How to get to DevSecOps – leveraging innovation, integration, and automation to simplify and solidify security as part of deployment.
BONUS: One lucky attendee will win an Amazon Cloud Cam Indoor Security Camera

Online | Mar 23, 2018 at 6:00 UTC

On the Air

3/23/2018 at 1:00 PM CDT
Making Skype for Business Actually Work
In a perfect world, Skype for Business has enough bells and whistles to make your users more productive and collaborative than ever. But in real life, new features won’t make up for a bad user experience with the fundamentals: call quality, video quality, ease of use.
On this episode of On the Air, we’ll talk about the reasons why your Skype for Business experience may not be working for you right off the bat, and what’s going on behind the scenes that can lead to a drastic improvement. We’ll be talking with experts from PGi and CenturyLink.
What we’ll discuss:
Interoperability with clients and partners outside your domain, even if they aren’t using Skype for Business
Prioritizing network traffic to boost audio and video quality
Simplifying the user experience and reducing the number of clicks to connect
BONUS: One lucky attendee will win a Samsung Electronics UN55MU6300 55-Inch 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV

Online | Mar 28, 2018 at 3:00 UTC

On the Air

Operation: Mission-Critical Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is no longer a luxury. The number of high-bandwidth devices in your network is growing exponentially. Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to figure out a way to provide a high-performing wireless network that won’t leave you or your users out to dry.
On this episode of On the Air, we’ll talk about new technologies in the world of Wi-Fi that may be able to help save you in a world of complex networks. We’ll be talking with experts from Cambium.
What we’ll discuss:
802.11ac vs. 802.11n: what you need to know
Simplifying deployment even for remote locations without local IT support
Complex network management made easy
BONUS: Two lucky attendees will win a Char-Griller 06620 Akorn Kamado Kooker Charcoal Barbecue Grill and Smoker

Online | Mar 29, 2018 at 2:00 UTC

Webinar

12 Practical Steps toward GDPR Compliance
With the effective date of GDPR only weeks away, many businesses are correctly concerned about their readiness to comply with its stricter standards for protecting the personal data of EU residents.
This 30-minute webinar offers practical steps that your business or public-sector organization can take today to improve your GDPR compliance posture, with tips on how to:
Understand GDPR terminology and roles
Assess your inventory of personal data, its locations and movements
Honor your new obligations to users on handling their personal data
Deal with heightened regulatory scrutiny on data breaches.
The complexity of GDPR compliance can freeze some organizations into inaction. Learn how to get out of the starting gate with these pragmatic, actionable tactics.
BONUS: One lucky attendee will win a SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth, Wireless All-Platform Gaming Headset

Online | Mar 29, 2018 at 4:00 UTC

Webinar

Achieving Collaboration, Security, and Compliance with Enterprise File Sync & Share
The shift to collaborative digital workspaces are allowing users to be more productive, contributing to the digital transformation necessary for enterprises to remain relevant and competitive.
But this shift also puts the organization in a tight spot – without visibility and control over who accesses protected or sensitive data, how it’s shared, and what’s done with it, the organization’s ability to secure this data and remain compliant is somewhere between difficult and downright impossible.
So, how can you foster a digitally collaborative environment while maintaining security and compliance?
In this education webcast, join industry expert, Nick Cavalancia, and Eric Kenney, Senior Product Marketing Manager from Citrix, as they discuss:
EFSS: Why do digital workspaces need to be locked down?
File Sharing is a Threat Magnet: What are the threats and what’s at risk?
Achieving Security & Compliance: What controls need to be in place?
BONUS: One lucky attendee will win an EZVIZ Home Security Camera System with 4 Weatherproof 1080p Bullet Cameras

Online | Mar 29, 2018 at 6:00 UTC

Video Meetup

Whether it’s a data breach, exfiltration, malware, or ransomware, when a security incident occurs every minute counts. What is YOUR plan for containing the threat, recovering the data, and, most importantly, rectifying the security hole that allowed the breach in the first place?
On this Video Meetup we’ll talk about the important steps to take immediately following a security incident, and how adapt your response plan based on new information about the threat landscape. We’ll be talking with an IT pro from the Spiceworks Community, as well as experts from Cisco and Talos.
What we're discussing:
- Building a plan to identify the attacker, contain the situation, identify the root cause, and remedy the issue
- Incorporating threat intelligence into your incident detection
- Benefits and costs of Incident Response Services

Online | Apr 11, 2018 at 6:00 UTC

Webinar

Fighting Ransomware with Active Protection
A revolutionary approach to avoiding data loss and the other huge costs of ransomware
Ransomware remains the nastiest, fastest-growing malware threat to businesses today: over half of businesses got hit by it last year, and the extortion losses alone will hit $11.5B by 2019, never mind the larger costs of downtime, lost customers, etc.
This session examines how ransomware works, how it got to be such a surging threat, and how you can defend your company against it with a combination of policies, procedures, and innovative data protection technologies. Don’t get caught flat-footed when the next inevitable ransomware attack explodes.
Learn how to stop ransomware before it can wreak havoc on your business.
BONUS: One attendee will win an iRobot Braava jet 240 Robot Mop